Joseph Jabaley: The fact that this West Village institution chose our neighborhood for its only other location speaks volumes. Great burgers and ice cold bear at a reasonable price.

Joseph Jabaley: This new dog park serves the south end of the neighborhood. A great space for you and your pet to make new friends.

Joseph Jabaley: The old gantry cranes designate where cargo historically traveled in and out of Long Island. Along with new piers and plantings, they have been incorporated into a beautiful waterfront park for the whole neighborhood to enjoy.

Joseph Jabaley: Paying homage to the industrial past of the neighborhood, the historic Pepsi sign looks out over the East River towards Manhattan. A wave of revitalization had turned the area into a beautiful waterfront park and new high rises are home to an influx of newcomers.

Joseph Jabaley: 4 Subway lines (E, M, 7, and G) connect the neighborhood to the rest of New York City. One stop away from midtown Manhattan, it's one of the most convenient neighborhoods in the city.

Joseph Jabaley: Every New Yorker has a favorite diner. Our neighborhood has a few including Court Square. Always open, standard fare and quick delivery. All a diner should be.

Joseph Jabaley: With more artist studios than any other NYC borough it is fitting that the neighborhood be host of MOMA's PS1 Contemporary Art Center. Housed in the historic PS1 Building the site is also the new home of locally famous M. Wells restaurant. Museum offers free admission to local residents.

Joseph Jabaley: The Citi building is at the epicenter of the Long Island City/Hunter's Point neighborhood. It is the tallest building in Queens and is at the heart of what is becoming the new 'downtown' for the borough.